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Every spring, seeing a butterfly brings so much joy as their colors and lively presence remind us that summer is on its way! So, today, we’d like to introduce you to an amazing artist who draws deep inspiration from butterflies and moths.

Yumi Okita, a Japanese artist, creates stunning embroidered fiber sculptures of butterflies and moths, often as large as your face, which is both mesmerizing and slightly terrifying. As Yumi herself shares, she’s drawn to nature’s paradoxes, where beauty is interwoven with elements that are eerie and even grotesque—a feeling she captures perfectly in her intricate works.

Without further ado, let’s hop into the post and read the full interview with the artist about her ideas and the meaning behind below.

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Blue embroidered fiber butterfly and pink moth artwork by Yumi Okita showcasing detailed textile craftsmanship.

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Karl der Große
Community Member
1 year ago

These are very nicely done.

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    Hand holding a large embroidered fiber moth with detailed brown and pink wings, showcasing beautiful textile art.

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    Lily
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Love this!

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    Embroidered fiber moth with pink, brown, and black detailed wings crafted by Yumi Okita on a white background.

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    Blue embroidered fiber butterfly with white spots displayed against a black background, showcasing detailed stitching and texture.

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    Embroidered fiber butterfly with vibrant orange, red, and purple wings showcasing detailed textile art by Yumi Okita.

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    Embroidered fiber moth with detailed blue, yellow, and black patterns on wings against a black background.

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    Close-up of a detailed embroidered fiber moth in red and beige tones on a black background.

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    Blue embroidered fiber butterfly with delicate stitching and black-edged wings crafted by Yumi Okita.

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    Embroidered fiber moth with detailed black, white, and brown patterns showcasing delicate textile art craftsmanship.

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    Embroidered fiber moth with detailed wing patterns in red and orange tones on a dark background.

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    Embroidered fiber moth with intricate pink, purple, and white patterns on a dark background, showcasing detailed textile art.

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    Embroidered fiber moth with detailed orange, pink, and brown wings showcasing intricate textile art craftsmanship.

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    Hand holding a large, beautiful embroidered fiber moth with detailed black and beige wings by Yumi Okita.

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    Embroidered fiber butterfly with blue, green, and white patterns resting on a wooden surface, showcasing detailed textile art.

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    Embroidered fiber moth with detailed purple and green wings perched on a wooden surface against a black background

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    Embroidered fiber moth with detailed yellow and brown wings and large eye patterns on black background.

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    Embroidered fiber moth with detailed wings in yellow, orange, and brown shades on a dark background.

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    Embroidered fiber moth with green and purple details resting on textured wood, showcasing delicate textile artistry.

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    Karl der Große
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    That's an interesting color.

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    Embroidered fiber moth in shades of blue and green with detailed stitching on black background.

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    Embroidered fiber moth with detailed stitching and soft colors resting on a wooden surface in natural light.

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    Embroidered fiber moth with detailed wings in shades of blue and green on a black background.

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    Embroidered fiber moth with detailed wings in shades of brown, white, red, and black on a dark background.

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    Embroidered fiber moth with detailed colorful wings resting on a wooden post against a dark background.

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    Embroidered fiber moth with detailed pink, blue, and brown stitching on black background showcasing fiber moth artistry.

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    Embroidered fiber moth with intricate black and yellow patterns showcasing detailed textile art by Yumi Okita.

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    Two detailed embroidered fiber moths with vibrant patterns perched on a rustic wooden surface against a dark background

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    Hand holding a detailed embroidered fiber moth with blue and green wings against a black background.

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    Embroidered fiber moth with detailed wings in shades of brown, pink, and orange on a dark background.

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    Embroidered fiber moth with detailed stitching in earthy tones and soft textures against a dark background.

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    Embroidered fiber moth with detailed stitches in white, pink, and gold tones on a dark background by Yumi Okita.

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    Green embroidered fiber moth with detailed stitching on dark background, showcasing delicate textile art and craftsmanship.

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    Hand holding a beautiful embroidered fiber moth with vibrant blue and black wings by Yumi Okita against a dark background.

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    Embroidered fiber moth with detailed orange and gray wings, showcasing intricate textile art on a dark background.

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    Embroidered fiber moth with detailed colorful wings placed over closed eyes amid dark wavy hair showcasing fiber art.

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    Eri J
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Why is this one on a maniquin head wearing a wig?? Creepy.

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    Embroidered fiber moth with green wings and colorful accents displayed on a dark background by Yumi Okita.

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    Embroidered fiber moth with detailed wings in shades of brown and subtle red edges displayed on a dark surface.

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    Yellow embroidered fiber moth crafted by Yumi Okita resting on dark twisted branches against black background.

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    Embroidered fiber moth with delicate pink and red details on a black background showcasing textile art.

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    Embroidered fiber moth with white and black wings featuring orange eye spots, resting on a wooden surface.

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    Embroidered fiber moth with blue and pink wings displayed on a dotted beige fabric background.

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    White and black embroidered fiber moth with detailed patterns resting on wooden surface against black background.

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    Hand holding a detailed embroidered fiber moth with pink and orange stitches on white wings against black background.

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    Embroidered fiber moth with delicate pale green wings and detailed stitching on a dark background.

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